HMAS Sydney (III) Aircraft Carrier 90cm

HMAS Sydney (III), Australia’s first aircraft carrier, was a Majestic-class light carrier commissioned in 1948. Initially equipped with Sea Fury and Firefly aircraft, she played a crucial role in air defense and anti-submarine operations. Sydney saw significant action during the Korean War, where she provided air support for UN forces. After her years as a frontline carrier, HMAS Sydney (III) was converted into a fast troop transport in 1962, earning her the nickname “Vung Tau Ferry” during the Vietnam War. Between 1965 and 1972, she completed 25 voyages to Vietnam, transporting Australian troops, equipment, and supplies. Decommissioned in 1973, HMAS Sydney (III) is remembered both for her early contributions as an aircraft carrier and her later service during the Vietnam War as the “Vung Tau Ferry.”

Key Features of the Aircraft Carrier HMAS Sydney III Model:

• Hand-crafted take on the hugely popular Aircraft Carrier HMAS Sydney III.
• Designed from the ground up, build to hand-crafted precision using drawings.
• Model from wooden planks which are made and shaped by hand for precision.
• Comes with on-frame construction and painted to match the real colours and tones.
• No plastic used, including objects found on ship deck.
• Fully ready for display; comes with a ship display name and a history sheet.
• Size specifications: 90cm x 16cm x 39cm, Scale 1:236.